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Covington, TX

Texas · Johnson County · Metropolitan Area

Covington is a small town in Texas with a population of 294.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
294 Population 359/sq mi density
$155,400 Home Value $326,300 Zillow
$986 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $155,400
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

How Covington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population294
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,327
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$9,609M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$155,400
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$326,300
Housing Units104
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation724 ft (221 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries5

Is Covington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Covington receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Covington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Covington is $155,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Covington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Covington has a population of 294 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

294
Total Population
359
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Covington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Covington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Covington is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Covington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,327
Avg Weekly Wage$1,107
IRS Avg AGI$76,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,062
County GDP$9,609M

Business (County)

Restaurants321
Healthcare303
Retail432
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,337
110% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Covington is $155,400, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,300.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,400
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$326,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,337
110% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Covington, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Covington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,464
Dentists1:2,475
Mental Health1:1,015
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits50.8%
Premature Death8,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities303
Covington has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation724 ft (221 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density359/sq mi
Coordinates32.1791°N, 97.2609°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJohnson County County
County FIPS48251
Covington is located in Johnson County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density359/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyJohnson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities303
Restaurants321
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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